Antonio Regalado

Antonio Regalado, a biotech reporter at MIT Technology Review, explores groundbreaking gene therapies that could help children born deaf. He shares inspiring stories, like an 11-year-old who gains hearing through innovative treatment and Yi Yi, a girl who hears her mother for the first time. Regalado delves into the ethical implications of these advancements, considering the perspectives of the Deaf community and the cultural significance of deafness. The conversation highlights the balance between medical innovation and respect for linguistic identity.

Antonio Regalado, a seasoned reporter from MIT Technology Review, dives into the profound consequences of the CRISPR baby scandal. He reveals how He Jiankui, the scientist behind the genetic modifications, has shifted his focus to social media, raising new questions about ethics in gene editing. Regalado discusses the rise and fall of CRISPR biotech startups, the gray market emerging for genomic services, and the future implications of genetic interventions on society. The episode critically examines the balance between scientific innovation and ethical responsibility in genetic technology.